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Safer recruitment and training

Safe working practices begin with robust recruitment procedures to ensure that only suitable individuals are engaged to work with all patients.

Overview

It is important that members of the dental team understand the expectations on them in relation to safeguarding practices. These should be incorporated within a staff code of conduct and outline associated policies and procedures that staff are expected to adhere to.

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